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Pelosi's Retirement Sparks Praise and Criticism from Leaders

11/9/2025

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Pelosi's Retirement Reactions

Pelosi's retirement announcement drew widespread reactions from political leaders.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Pelosi's tenure, calling her "an evil woman."
Biden praised Pelosi's contributions, saying she was "the best Speaker of the House in American history."
State Senator Scott Wiener, running for Pelosi's seat, and Sen. Adam Schiff, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, and Gabby Giffords highlighted Pelosi's impact on healthcare, LGBTQ+ rights, environmental initiatives, and gun safety.

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Pelosi Retires, Race Begins

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced her retirement after nearly 40 years in Congress, creating a competitive race for her San Francisco seat.
Candidates include Saikat Chakrabarti, a progressive activist and former chief of staff to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and state Senator Scott Wiener, known for his focus on housing and LGBTQ rights.
San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan is also a potential candidate, with several Democrats expected to enter the race when the congressional filing period opens early next year.

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Pelosi's Retirement Reactions

Pelosi's retirement announcement drew widespread reactions from political leaders.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Pelosi's tenure, calling her "an evil woman."
Biden praised Pelosi's contributions, saying she was "the best Speaker of the House in American history."
State Senator Scott Wiener, running for Pelosi's seat, and Sen. Adam Schiff, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, and Gabby Giffords highlighted Pelosi's impact on healthcare, LGBTQ+ rights, environmental initiatives, and gun safety.

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